It doesn’t matter if they are doing homework, trying to get dressed by themselves, playing video games, or playing with friends or siblings, your child is frustrated. Their frustration may look like a complete melt down with tears or really angry, complete with yelling and throwing things. Most likely, in the end, your child feels like giving up. As a parent, I have seen this first hand with my oldest child and as a play therapist, I see this very often in my office. Watching your beautiful, smart child give up on something that seems easily fixable to you can be heart breaking and make you feel as frustrated yourself.

So, how can you help your child solve everyday problems, which will then help them solve bigger problems later in life?